The Shadow Road

For fans of Rick Yancey and Neal Shusterman, comes a thrilling tale of survival as dragon-like monsters invade, and two unlikely heroes must save humanity from annihilation.

When the monsters came, the power went out. Towns and cities became darkened ruins, and terrified survivors fled west, trailed by the blitz, dragon-like creatures screeching down from the sky enshrouded in lightning, delivering death.

The old world is ending, but not all hope is lost.

Left behind is a timid dreamer, Thomas, and a brash and outspoken daredevil, Cassie. When their paths unexpectedly cross, they must outwit both monsters and humans alike on an epic journey across a dangerous ravaged landscape if they hope to do the impossible: Reignite hope. Defeat the blitz. Save humanity.

In this postapocalyptic fantasy perfect for fans of Rick Yancey and Neal Shusterman, readers will find high-stakes adventure and compelling characters they won't soon forget.

Author: K. D. Kirchmeier
Publisher: Bloomsbury YA
Published: 10/15/2024
Pages: 352
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.99lbs
Size: 8.54h x 5.86w x 1.16d
ISBN: 9781547615445
Audience: Young Adult


Review Citation(s):
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 09/01/2024
Publishers Weekly 08/12/2024
Kirkus Reviews 08/15/2024
School Library Journal 10/01/2024 pg. 79

About the Author

Kurt Kirchmeier is a Saskatchewan-based author who writes strange and fantastical stories about ordinary people who get caught up in extraordinary circumstances. His debut middle grade/coming-of-age horror novel The Absence of Sparrows was published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. When he isn't writing stories or photographing nature, Kurt enjoys reading, hiking, and exploring quiet places.
https: //www.kurtkirchmeier.net/
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